Waterfront Land Parcel with Lake
For Sale
$135,000
Murphy Road, Covington, MI 49919
VACANT LAND, Covington, MI
Property SizeContact for details
Lot Size57.07 Acres
Days on Market100
Property Features for Murphy Road
General Information
Property type
Land
Property subtype
Other
Zoning description
Residential
Lot features
Rural, Deep Lot - 150+ Ft., Large Lot - 65+ Ft., Sloping, Splits Available, Wooded
Elementary school district
L'anse Area Schools
Middle school district
L'anse Area Schools
High school district
L'anse Area Schools
Subdivision
Covington Twp (07005)
Standard status
Active
Lot size
57.07 Acres
Utilities
Water front
1
Listing Agency:
UP NORTH REALTY
(906) 524-2211
Listed By:
BRUCE MAKI · License #UPAR
(906) 201-1628
Added: May 26
Changed: Aug 19
Last Checked: Sep 2 at 1:06AM
MLS# 50208967
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Investment Insights
Based on property information with market context.
This waterfront land parcel totals 57.07 acres and features over 1,400 feet of mixed vegetation frontage along Vermilac Lake. The lake is 622 acres, described as a shallow lake with depth to around 7 feet. Vermilac Lake (also called Worm Lake) is largely undeveloped, with inflows from the Murphy and Vermilac Rivers and an outflow from the Rock River.
The shoreline is described as a mixture of tag alder and wetland grasses. The property’s south side is dominated by a northern hardwood stand with tree species including maple, birch, oak, aspen, and hemlock. The north side is described as lowland dominated by swamp hardwoods, tag alder, and grasses along the shore. The parcel also has 1,320 feet of road frontage on Murphy Road, with power and phone available along Murphy Road.
Recreational opportunities on and near the property include fishing, with native fish in the lake such as walleye, black crappie, yellow perch, and sunfish. The property is described as having many locations where you could build a home or cabin.
The shoreline is described as a mixture of tag alder and wetland grasses. The property’s south side is dominated by a northern hardwood stand with tree species including maple, birch, oak, aspen, and hemlock. The north side is described as lowland dominated by swamp hardwoods, tag alder, and grasses along the shore. The parcel also has 1,320 feet of road frontage on Murphy Road, with power and phone available along Murphy Road.
Recreational opportunities on and near the property include fishing, with native fish in the lake such as walleye, black crappie, yellow perch, and sunfish. The property is described as having many locations where you could build a home or cabin.
Key Highlights
- 57.07‑acre waterfront land parcel with over 1,400 feet of frontage on Vermilac Lake
- 1,320 feet of road frontage on Murphy Road
- Vermilac Lake is 622 acres and described as shallow with depth to around 7 feet
Property Analytics
Current Use
Lease Details
Yes
Paved road access
Yes
Utilities to site
Location Intelligence
Trade Area within ½ mile
2
Businesses Nearby
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Demographics for 49919, MI
147
Population
205
Households
0.7
Avg Household Size
57
Median Age
19%
College-Educated
98%
High-School Grad
136.9 sq mi
ZIP Area
1
Density / Sq Mi
$41,875
Median Household Income
$115,600
Median Home Value
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Frequently Asked Questions
What type of property is this?
Waterfront Land - Expansive waterfront land with mixed vegetation frontage on Vermilac Lake and access utilities available along Murphy Road.
Where is this waterfront land located?
The property is located at Murphy Road Covington, MI.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $135,000.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: 57.07‑acre waterfront land parcel with over 1,400 feet of frontage on Vermilac Lake; 1,320 feet of road frontage on Murphy Road; Vermilac Lake is 622 acres and described as shallow with depth to around 7 feet
